Level 4/5 Scottish Studies

Studying Scotland will help pupils gain an understanding of Scotland’s place in the World, and help to celebrate Scotland. Scottish Studies gives opportunities for learners to develop their skills, knowledge and understanding of Scotland — in terms of its people, society, culture, natural environment and heritage — and to make connections across the curriculum. As such it is interdisciplinary, interesting and varied.

It would be a good option for pupils interested in the tourism, hospitality, creative, cultural and heritage industries. An understanding of where you live also develops empathy with other countries and cultures. There are strong links with global citizenship.

To achieve the Scottish Studies award you must complete three units from the topics below. They will also need to complete a Scotland in Focus project.

Geography: Physical environments

History: Scottish History

Travel & Tourism: Scotland

Pupils will be assessed in a variety of ways including posters, fact files, role play and written assessments.